Each man in his life honors, and imitates as well as he…
“Each man in his life honors, and imitates as well as he can, that god to whose choir he belonged, while he is uncorrupted in his first incarnation here; and in the fashion he has thus learned, he bears himself to his beloved as well as to the rest. So, then, each chooses from among the beautiful a love conforming to his kind, and then, as if his chosen were his god, he sets him up and robes him for worship.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
People emulate the divine ideals they cherish, shaping love and devotion based on their early influences.
In simple terms: Early ideals shape love and devotion.
Key Takeaway
Align love with authentic values, not just early idols.
Themes
faith
love
identity
influence
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- marriage
- spiritual practice
- personal development
Key Concepts
mythology
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What early ideals still guide you?
- Are your relationships reflections of true self?
A Different Perspective
Idealizing early influences may limit growth.